Marina Bay: the Quincy Maritime Festival

Mayor Tom Koch & the City of Quincy proudly invite residents and visitors alike to celebrate Quincy’s rich maritime heritage in honor of America’s 250th anniversary with two signature waterfront events this summer at Marina Bay: the Quincy Maritime Festival, July 3–5, and a special visit by the internationally renowned tall ship Oosterschelde on July 17 & 18.

Held along the Marina Bay Boardwalk, the Quincy Maritime Festival returns as a free, family-friendly Independence Day weekend celebration showcasing the City’s deep connection to the sea, shipbuilding, and coastal traditions. The three-day festival will feature live entertainment, historic reenactments, children’s parades, maritime activities, and waterfront attractions for all ages.

Later in July, Quincy will welcome the historic Dutch tall ship Oosterschelde to Safe Harbor Marina Bay as part of the City’s ongoing America 250 commemorations. The Oosterschelde, one of the world’s finest restored sailing vessels, will make a ceremonial arrival on Thursday, July 16, escorted into Marina Bay by the Quincy Police Marine Unit. Public deck tours aboard the historic vessel will be offered on Friday, July 17, Saturday, July 18, & Sunday, July 19, giving residents and visitors a rare opportunity to step aboard a living piece of maritime history and experience one of the last authentic tall ships of its kind still sailing today.

With free admission and free parking, the Quincy Maritime Festival and Oosterschelde Tall Ship visit offer something for everyone — from history enthusiasts and food lovers to young families and music fans.